05 Sep 1952
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 05, 1952
Page
1
A lively two and a half hour program drew wide applause with varied acts led by Pascal Ballet Brvenly-thve piol. The crowd praised the dance as stalls and audience energy filled the hall. The program included Rainbow Waltz and The Dawhye Whiks Sergeant, with Abe Lyles drawing huge cheers.
Police report a deadly fire after an eight year old playmate allegedly set two children on fire yesterday. One child died. both victims were burned and trapped in an attic as nearby adults screamed. Authorities say the motive and full details remain under investigation.
A blurred article notes Trace Talks and mentions Pekin Radio discussing Maj-Gen Roatner from Korea. It suggests calls to indict him as a war criminal while Roatner reportedly quiets the Kojets amid wartime exchanges.
In Adelaide on Thursday Chinner of Moonta dominated with driving and putting to win the country golf championship. He defeated Teley and D. H. R. Adams of Port Pirie and his clubmate E. L. J. Davies, who finished runner-up. Last year’s finalists were eliminated yesterday.
The health inspector Mr M C Durer Jeliiit approves a purchase from Broken Hill City Council of one small trolley and two toy structures at a cost of £180 to be fitted to the sanitary department.
The article lists both male and female hockey players in the lineup for an upcoming game. It names players such as P. Nelson, P. Howard, J. Roch, Y. Benning on the women’s side and G. McDou... on the men’s roster, indicating a combined team preview and player selections.
The article highlights cost savings from a new fleet of locomotives on the E W line. It notes improved efficiency, reduced fuel use, and potential long term gains for the railroad system.
The report notes a substantial outlay for rehabilitation and new rolling stock as part of the east west line plan. It cites a forecast spend of £151,993 this year against £134,520 deficit last year and mentions diesel electrics for Port Augusta to Alice Springs and air conditioned carriages for the cast.
A sudden wreck at the ruins left twelve people dead. Officials reported the disaster occurred at the site and emergency crews have begun investigations into the cause and those involved.
Report from TORIO that Japan still declares World War II not over as three soldiers remain hidden in dense jungle on Tasbany Island while Filipino police work to persuade them to surrender.
An electrical engineer reported to the Pirie Town Council at its latest meeting that 1M power meters were installed during the past fortnight.
A 15 year old pleaded guilty to two cheque charges and was remanded to Adelaide Children's Court for sentence. Frederick Thomas Northcote testified about a cheque from William John McGrath and the bank record showing it endorsed to P Wallace. The youth said he met the defendant previously during the incident involving the bank fraud.
Major basketball round opens amid injuries as Solomontown names 21 players for tomorrow's decisive match at headquarters ground. Reports note Thornton and Wisnes are doubtful with others like Gooley and Smuth cleared to play. officials expect a tightly contested game with Solomontown aiming to reach the Bograde final.
On the oval track two cycle events are listed with participants including William and Dietman. The report mentions locations and a lineup of riders such as Poilnaha and Lave, noting heats and possible qualifiers for Awe tuark eyetthin ewverits.
A fragmented list details players and reserve names for a Pirie team visit to Port Augusta. Several likely player surnames appear with errant spellings and mixed-in phrases, reflecting OCR errors. The surviving items show a roster of multiple players and substitutes, with unclear context for matches or outcomes.
Fragmentary notes describe an air cadet visit to Britain with unclear details. Some lines mention regulators, officials, and a county reference but the overall content is garbled and lacks coherent narrative.
Misfortune strikes Solomontown and Pirie on the eve of the 1952 premiership, with Pirie missing goalkeeper Barton Finch and key defender while Solomontown plans without two ruckmen Keith Norton and Kevin Hum. Several players listed as doubtful, lineups set for tomorrow’s two games at Memorial Oval.
Keith Woods of Finke Northern Territory and Sydney David Jacob charged with converting a Chev engine and gear box into a truck chassis with multiple axles and components. Jacob pleaded not guilty and was remanded on bail of 50 pounds for the next Adelaide Criminal Court sittings.
At the latest Pirie Town Council meeting engineer Rutgers detailed recent work on Orion variants. Repairs included water and gas trenches on Pavlich street York road and Halliday street. paving with bitumen on York road and Senate road. water and gas trenches filled. potholes and rubble cleared on Shlomontown Ban Wood and John streets. North Parent and Alexander streets repaired and regraded.
Daily temperature readings for several cities including Melbourne and Brisbane with a general forecast. A west to southwest wind shift brings cooler air west of the region and showers. Coastal seas remain rough with patchy westerly to northwesterly winds and rising seas ahead of a late-week boundary.
A Pirie West house on Revell Street glowed with light as rumors swirled after a six week disappearance. Neighbors say a couple and their two children were seen leaving with suitcases, one family dog fed by locals. Police sought the truth amid speculation of foul play.
At Hew Town Council meeting Dr Winne urged compensation for possible hundreds in damages after a trolley incident near Port Germein Road. Health inspector Mild reported brief notes. a horse had bolted, causing property damage though not extensive. The driver was in a house. measures to improve the horses’ control were discussed.
A police appeal against dismissal in a traffic case succeeded in the Adelaide Supreme Court. Justice Mayo allowed a substitution of a conviction for Gilbert Lawrence Gay of Dorothy Street Solomontown, who was charged with driving a motorcycle without due care. Penalty to be considered today.
In Pirie a deadlock over shop hours prompts a stand by by Shop Assistants and Warehouse Employees Federation. Traders aim for 40 hour weeks while Federation members refuse Saturday morning work. A conference is proposed with independent chairs to resolve wage and schedule issues as the dispute lingers.
A fragment from a furnishings listing describes nylon marquisette curtain material in multiple colors, satin floral brocades suitable for bedspreads and curtains, and florals on sheet plastic. It notes 48 inch widths and a date range from February 11 to May 6.
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